Christmas is the most magical time of year – but, it’s also one of the most stressful. Things can easily get on top of you as there’s so much you need to budget for like presents, nights out and new Christmas jumpers. It’s essential to step back from all this and have a moment to yourself. Even if it’s just to watch a festive movie with your best friend.
We don’t know about you, but with all the mulled wine, advent calendar chocolate and late nights shopping for the perfect party dress, we’re starting to break out already. This year, we’re not having it! We’re going to take time out to look after ourselves and think that you should too. Isn’t that why self-care at Christmas is so important? Absolutely!
You can’t look after yourself without a little helping hand. Here are all the self care products that will make you feel ultra zen this time of year:
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The best items for self-care at Christmas
How cute is this self-care pack? Make everyday a 'you' day with this gift set.
Join Fearne Cotton on a journey of self-discovery with this amazing book. It gives practical and good advice on how to eat healthily, sleep well and look after yourself more.
Taking simple steps can help you feel more grounded. Try using these essential oils while having a mindful moment - they should help you feel more relaxed.
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It might make you look like Hannibal Lecter, but the benefits of the Collagen are no laughing matter. You'll walk away feeling like you're glowing. Although, the mask itself looks hilarious on - definitely a selfie opportunity.
You get a sticker, you get a sticker and you get a sticker.
There are so many different benefits of using a face mask! The first is pretty obvious like helping to improve the appearance of your skin – but it also gives you a moment to chill out and reflect on your day.
Dip yourself into a hot bath and enjoy the aroma of the fizzing bath bombs around you – sounds like the perfect evening to us. It's the best way to relax after a long day of Christmas shopping.
This self-help book has been created specifically to support you around this time of year. It teaches you that there is no such thing as a perfect Christmas.
Are you having trouble getting to sleep? Spray your pillow with this natural mist and you'll find yourself dreaming in no time at all.
There's nothing a cup of tea can't solve, right?
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If you're not able to bag yourself some new self-care products right now, there are still loads of things that you can do to pamper yourself and give you that pick me up you need.
Simple things like creating a meal plan, running yourself a bath and getting a good night's sleep all count towards self-care.
You could also try reaching out to friends and family, sometimes catching up with your favourite people in the world is all you need.
Whatever works for you - do it, babes.